Winter weather alerts in effect for heavy mountain snow and high desert mix

Highs are topping out in the upper 30s to mid 40s today, but it may feel cooler due to some breezy winds. Many of us woke up to a light dusting of snow but we've mainly been dealing with on and off mixed showers.

There’s a Winter Weather Advisory for the Cascades, eastern slopes, and areas south of Bend until 11pm tonight. Overnight lows will drop into the teens and 20s.

Tomorrow morning into Saturday night, there's a Winter Storm Warning in place for the same areas listed above. This system will bring more snow showers Friday morning so be prepared for slick and icy roads on your morning commute. We'll see heavy snow and gusty winds up in the mountains which will create travel issues through the passes.

As we head into Friday afternoon, this will become scattered mixed showers. Highs will be in the mid to upper 40s but it may feel cooler due to winds.

Wet weather continues this weekend with periods of rain and snow. Most areas will see a mix during the day. Snow showers are more likely in the morning and late night hours in the higher elevations.

A total lunar eclipse will take place tonight into early Friday morning, casting a reddish glow on the moon as Earth's shadow moves across it. However, cloud cover may make it difficult to see.

Enjoy the rest of your day.

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